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- Page 1 FranklinWH System Installation Guide aPower 2, SKU: APR-10K15V2-US aGate X, SKU: AGT-R1V2-US Floor mounting bracket, SKU: ACCY-FMBV2-US Jan. 15, 2025...
- Page 2 All information in this Manual is subject to the copyright and other intellectual property rights of FranklinWH Energy Storage Inc. This manual may not be modified, copied or reproduced, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of FranklinWH Energy Storage Inc.
- Page 3 FranklinWH System Installation Guide FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Safety Symbols ..................................1 Safety Instructions for Operation ............................. 2 Safety Instructions for Installation Site ........................... 5 Fire and Other Emergency Situations ..........................7 FranklinWH System Overview .......................... 8 Whole-Home Backup System............................8 Partial Backup System ................................. 9 Installation Preparations ..........................10 Site Planning .................................. - Page 5 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Install Electrical Conduit in the aPower Wiring Compartment ................35 Communications Wiring ............................... 38 Electrical Wiring ................................42 Wiring Requirements ..............................50 Install an Optional Emergency Power Off (EPO) Switch ................... 51 Complete Installation ................................. 53 Install the aPower Exterior Cover ..........................
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Page 6: Safety Statements
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Safety Statements This Guide includes important information about the FranklinWH system. Please read this Guide carefully before installation, maintenance, or use. Failure to follow any instruction in this Guide may lead to risks of equipment damage, electric shock, severe personal injury and even death, and may also void the warranty (FranklinWH Support). -
Page 7: Safety Instructions For Operation
DANGER: Do not attempt to take apart, repair and/or modify an aGate or aPower without the authorization of FranklinWH. And it is prohibited to open the battery pack chamber in any situation. Otherwise, it may lead to safety hazards and void your warranty. - Page 8 UL514B. WARNING: For maintenance purposes, do NOT use any parts or fittings that are not listed in this Guide or that are purchased from any source other than FranklinWH or its recognized dealers.
- Page 9 FranklinWH System Installation Guide WARNING: The FranklinWH system is composed of one or more aGate controllers, one or more aPower batter units, and other electrical components which may be used separately. WARNING: An aPower may only be connected to the aPower breaker on the aGate or to the backup load terminals on aGate.
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Page 10: Safety Instructions For Installation Site
Safety Instructions for Installation Site DANGER: The installation site of aPower and aGate units should be protected from access by children, or additional protective measures should be taken to protect the FranklinWH equipment from misoperation and contact by children. DANGER: The installation site of aPower and aGate units should be kept away from heating devices, or any source of heat and/or fire. - Page 11 FranklinWH System Installation Guide WARNING: The installation site should be properly leveled and hardened if the aPower is floor mounted. If there is grass nearby, a layer of cement or slab stone must be placed on the projection area around the equipment to prevent grass growth and protect the equipment.
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Page 12: Fire And Other Emergency Situations
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Fire and Other Emergency Situations Fire: Shut off the aPower breaker on the aGate, if it is safe to do so. Evacuate to a safe area. Contact 911 as soon as it is safe to do so. -
Page 13: Franklinwh System Overview
In the whole-home backup system, all household loads, except for those on Smart Circuits, are connected via the Main Panel to the backup port of the aGate. If the grid fails, the FranklinWH system will power all household energy loads. -
Page 14: Partial Backup System
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Partial Backup System If you select a partial backup configuration, you need to identify backup loads during system configuration. Connect the backup loads (except for Smart Circuit loads) to the aGate backup port and connect the non- backup loads to the aGate non-backup port. -
Page 15: Installation Preparations
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Installation Preparations Site Planning 1. Plan installation position NOTE The installation location must avoid water and power conduits. Refer to all applicable local codes and standards. In Canada, it’s highly recommended to install the system indoors to maintain the specified operational temperatures. - Page 16 FranklinWH System Installation Guide The system requires an internet connection. All signal transfers between aPower and aGate units, the generator, and the router are provided by a CAN bus, network cables or other signal transmission cables. Long distances will likely adversely affect the quality and speed of communications, negatively impacting equipment operations.
- Page 17 FranklinWH System Installation Guide aGate inputs and outputs The positions of inputs and outputs on an aGate are as shown below. The following scenarios offer variations on the cable inlets and outlets of an aGate to accommodate variations in the existing residential wiring layout.
- Page 18 3. Plan protection for aGate’s input connections The aGate serves as the entrance to the FranklinWH system. Proper lightning and over-current protection measures are required. A circuit breaker of 100 A to 200 A may be installed at the grid input connection and the generator input connection.
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Page 19: Tools Needed
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Tools Needed Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (goggles, gloves, protective shoes, anti-dust respirator, etc.) for personal safety. Drill Use 5/32″ Brad Point bits or 5/32″ Auger bits to drill pilot holes in wooden walls. - Page 20 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Steel measuring tape. Markers for drilling marks. Camera to record the installation process. Deep cut band saw to cut thin-wall steel conduit or PVC pipes. Lift equipment to transport and lift aPower.
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Page 21: Items Provided By Installers
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Items Provided by Installers ① ④ ② ③ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ Electrical conduit, conduit hub, pull box and fittings Screws and M6/M8 big spacers for wall installation aPower combiner box (for parallel operation of multiple aPower units) 5/8 in. -
Page 22: Unboxing
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Unboxing Unbox the aGate Inspect the package for damage, scratches or dents. Adjust the utility knife blade to less than 0.3 in. (7.62 mm) as it may damage the aGate if too long. Cut the adhesive tape on the upper surface of the aGate box. -
Page 23: Unbox The Apower
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Unbox the aPower Inspect the package for damage such as dents or scratches. Cut the sealing tape and lift the cardboard cover. Remove the protective box and top foam. Check if you have the following: ④... -
Page 24: Installation
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Installation DANGER: Care must be taken to protect personal safety. Reinforced toe shoes must be used to protect the installers in case equipment tilts or falls. aGate Installation WARNING: Add lightning protection measures per NFPA 780, UL96A, and LPI-175. - Page 25 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Gently lift the door panel upward, remove the aGate door after the hinges are separated, and properly store it. Remove the Inner Panel Use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the 5 captive screws, counterclockwise. Remove the...
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Page 26: Prepare Agate Cable Inlets
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Prepare aGate Cable Inlets Based on the preplanned installation position and electrical conduit arrangement, remove the appropriate aGate plug or knockouts. Remove the plug The plugged hole on the top of the aGate enclosure is 2-15/32″ (62.71 mm) in diameter. If the top cable entry is used, turn the plug nut counterclockwise by hand, until the nut is removed, then remove the plug. -
Page 27: Enlarge Or Drill New Holes (If Necessary)
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Enlarge or Drill New Holes (if necessary) If the conduit diameter is larger than the aGate knockout hole, or if any new hole needs to be drilled, appropriate tools should be used to expand the hole or to drill new holes. - Page 28 FranklinWH System Installation Guide See drilling details and the fasteners in the table below for more details on the hole depth and type of fasteners to use corresponding to different type of wall. Hole depth: Minimum 1-1/2″ (38 mm) Concrete or Fastener: 1/4″...
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Page 29: Install Optional Module(S)
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Install Optional Module(s) FranklinWH provides optional the Smart Circuits Module, Generator Module, Main Load Relay, and Backup Expansion Lug Kit. For these modules’ installations, refer to FranklinWH Smart Circuits Module Installation Guide, FranklinWH Generator Module Installation Guide, FranklinWH Main Load Relay Installation Guide and FranklinWH Backup Expansion Lug Kit Installation Guide. - Page 30 FranklinWH System Installation Guide 3) Fasten the aPower breaker according to the following steps as per NEC requirements. Install the breaker hold-down kit as shown in the diagram. Tighten the two M4x8 screws to the recommended torque using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Page 31: Apower Installation
FranklinWH System Installation Guide NOTE: The aGate's utility grid circuit breaker is only required where the aGate is used as service entrance equipment or there are no other circuit breakers protecting the conductors feeding the aGate's utility grid connection. The generator breaker may be installed outside the aGate depending on site conditions. - Page 32 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Special Wall/Baseboard Installation Case 1: Protruding Baseboard Case 2: Concave Baseboard Case 3: Uneven Wall Height > 6 in. or the thickness of Height > 6 in. the bulge > 1 in. Solution Solution Solution Use wooden or steel spacers on...
- Page 33 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Determine bracket attachment points following the methods described below. Method 1: Use the bracket to mark the points. Level (Prepare on site) Level (Prepare on site) Marker Marker Recommended 24.57 in. (624 mm) ≤59.06 in. (1500 mm) 6.65 in.
- Page 34 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Install the bracket on a wall Wooden beams At least 4 5/16" stainless steel wood screws with large flat washers (1 at each corner), at least 2.5" (64 mm) of each screw inserted into the wooden beam.
- Page 35 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Drill conduit entry holes on the wall (if needed) If needed, drill conduit entry holes on the wall. If there are any metal or wooden supporting structures in the drilling area, adjust the position to avoid them.
- Page 36 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Metal wall or metallic studs Electric drill and 1″, 1-1/2″ hole saw are recommended to create holes for running cables through metal plate and metallic studs. It is important that the drill bit should be kept perpendicular to the installation surface when drilling.
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Page 37: Floor-Mounted Installation
FranklinWH System Installation Guide After the aPower is firmly on the mounting bracket, fasten the three retainer plates to the aPower using three M6 x 16 screws. Tighten to a torque of 3.7 lb·ft (5 N·m). Floor-Mounted Installation Installation site requirement Perform a site assessment before installation. - Page 38 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Install the floor mounting bracket Choose a smooth and level concrete area with sufficient structural strength to support the weight of the aPower. Mark eight mounting holes for drilling on the floor using the floor mounting bracket or cardboard mounting template as a guide.
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Page 39: Install A Combiner Box (If Needed)
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Mount the aPower to the floor mounting bracket Remove the sixteen combination screws (M 8 x 16) and the four mounting cleats. Properly store the combination screws for later use. Hang the aPower on the floor mounting bracket and secure with the sixteen combination screws (M 8 x 16) that were previously removed and the two supplied M8 x 16 screws. -
Page 40: System Wiring
FranklinWH System Installation Guide System Wiring Install Electrical Conduit in the aPower Wiring Compartment Loosen the six captive screws and remove the wiring compartment cover. Unplug the communications cable, power cables, and ground wire. Communications cable Power cables Ground wire... - Page 41 FranklinWH System Installation Guide As needed, install a pull box behind aPower cable hole. Select an appropriate pull box according to the cable distribution direction (The figure below is for reference only). ≤ 6.49 in. (165 mm) ≤ 2.2 in.
- Page 42 FranklinWH System Installation Guide ① ① ② ⑤ ③ ④ ⑥ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ For 120/208 V or For under or over For under or over 120/240 V circuits, 250 V circuits, 250 V circuits, as long as there is no...
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Page 43: Communications Wiring
Establish communications between the FranklinWH App and the aGate Connect the mobile device to the aGate hotspot network to establish a local communications connection between the FranklinWH App and the aGate using the following account and password: Account: AP_last 9 digits of serial number... - Page 44 Crimp the connector using a crimping tool and then the cable is ready. Test with a network cable tester to ensure that the communications cable contact is error-free. Before testing the cable, ensure that both ends of the cable are disconnected from the FranklinWH system.
- Page 45 Pin 8: solid brown Method 2: Connect via Wifi The Wifi connection between the aGate and home wireless network should be done during commissioning. Please refer to the FranklinWH Commissioning Guide. aGate Router Method 3: Connect via 4G network (only as backup) A SIM card is pre-installed on the wireless module.
- Page 46 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Establish communications between the aGate and the aPower NOTE: It is recommended to install the communications cable in the conduit to avoid accidental damage and equipment failure. If the network cable and the power cable share the same conduit, use a shielded network cable (RJ45 cable end with metal connector).
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Page 47: Electrical Wiring
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Communications connection between the aGate and multiple aPowers Use a minimum CAT5 network cable to connect the aGate CAN OUT port to the CAN IN port of the first aPower, and connect the CAN OUT port of the first aPower to the CAN IN port of the second aPower, etc. - Page 48 FranklinWH System Installation Guide The distance between the end of the connection point of a field-installed wire and the wall of the enclosure toward which the wire is to be directed, shall be following NFPA 70 Table 312.6 (A) or (B).
- Page 49 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Connect the backup panel to the aGate Connect the backup panel conductors to the aGate terminals. Refer to Wiring Requirements recommended cables. After installation of the backup panel breaker, L1 and L2 will swap sides for connections (L2 is located to the left while L1 is to the right).
- Page 50 FranklinWH System Installation Guide According to NFPA 70 250 Grounding and Bonding Part V, when installed as service equipment, Ensure the panel’s main breaker is appropriately labeled as “SERVICE DISCONNECT,” the neutral and ground should be bonded together, as shown in the figure below.
- Page 51 8.4 kW 9.6 kVA 40 A 10 kW 11.5 kVA 48 A NOTE: When the system operates on-grid, the aPower 2 output is set to the value configured during commissioning. In off-grid mode, the aPower 2 output defaults to 10 kW.
- Page 52 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Connecting one aPower to the aGate Follow these guidelines when wiring one aPower to the aGate: Use one (1) pair of wires for a single aPower connection to the aPower 2-pole breaker on the aGate.
- Page 53 Select a power cable with a wire gauge ranging from 16 AWG to 6 AWG, based on the aPower rated power set in the FranklinWH App. The recommended strip length for the cable connected to the AC terminal of the aPower ...
- Page 54 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Connecting more than two aPowers to the aGate (consult FranklinWH for technical support) When connecting more than two aPowers, a combiner box will be needed. Connect the combiner box to the backup load terminals on the aGate.
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Page 55: Wiring Requirements
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Wiring Requirements Terminal Name Wire Gauge Tool Strip Length Torque 8 mm hex wrench 4 AWG–250 3/0 AWG–250 MCM, 275LB-IN Single-lug Terminal 5/8-18 UNF Hex head 1 in MCM CU/AL 4 AWG–2/0 AWG, 110 LB-IN screw: 8 mm hex wrench 4 AWG–250... -
Page 56: Install An Optional Emergency Power Off (Epo) Switch
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Install an Optional Emergency Power Off (EPO) Switch When an emergency situation occurs, such as a fire or a smoking battery, the user may manually press the EPO switch button to power off the entire system, when it is safe to do so. The external EPO switch is optional. - Page 57 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Remove the factory-installed jumper from the EPO terminal block connector on the EMS module. Using wire rated at 16-24 AWG, connect pins 3 and 4 (labeled EPO) to the C (common) and NC (normal close) of an external EPO switch.
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Page 58: Complete Installation
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Complete Installation Install the aPower Exterior Cover Insert the communications cable and grounding wire into their respective ports. Insert the power cables L1, N, and L2 into the AC terminals in a left-to-right order. Communications port... - Page 59 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Use diagonal pliers to remove the knockouts from the exterior cover. Connect the LED light power cables on the exterior cover and on the aPower chassis. Partially attach the exterior cover to the chassis. Align the arrows on both connectors of the LED light power cables and insert the male connector into the female one.
- Page 60 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Align and insert eight locating pins on the exterior cover into the corresponding holes on the rear left and right side of the chassis. Securely fasten the two captive screws.
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Page 61: Re-Install The Agate Door And Inner Panel
WARNING: Gaps between the door and enclosure may cause water to leak into the aGate. Commissioning and Acceptance The FranklinWH system installation is complete. For the commissioning and acceptance process, please refer to the FranklinWH Commissioning Guide. -
Page 62: Appendix 1: Allowed Breakers
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Appendix 1: Allowed Breakers Table 1 Grid Breakers Grid Breaker Model Current Description CSR2100 100 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 25 kAIC, 100 A/240 V CSR2125N 125 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 25 kAIC, 125 A/240 V CSR2150N 150 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker;... - Page 63 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Table 3 Generator Breakers Generator Breaker Model Current Description CSR2100 100 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 25 kAIC, 100 A/240 V CSR2125N 125 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 25 kAIC, 125 A/240 V CSR2150N 150 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 25 kAIC, 150 A/240 V...
- Page 64 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Table 5 aPower Breakers aPower Breaker Description Manufacturer Model 1 Manufacturer Model 2 Manufacturer Model 3 2-Pole, 10 kAIC, 30 A/240 V Eaton# BR230 Siemens# Q230 Schneider# HOM230 2-Pole, 10 kAIC, 40 A/240 V Eaton# BR240...
- Page 65 FranklinWH System Installation Guide Breaker for Smart Circuit 3 Model Current Description CH230 30 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 10 kAIC, 30 A/240 V CH235 35 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 10 kAIC, 35 A/240 V CH240 40 A Eaton#Circuit Breaker; 2-Pole, 10 kAIC, 40 A/240 V...
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Page 66: Appendix 2: Datasheet
FranklinWH System Installation Guide Appendix 2: Datasheet aPower BAT DC Terminal, Bi-Directional Nominal voltage (V) 51.2 V Max. charging current (A) 166 A Max. charging power (kW) 8 kW Max. discharging current (A) 201 A Max. discharging power (kW) 10 kW... - Page 67 FranklinWH System Installation Guide aGate (1) Grid Terminal, Bi-Directional Nominal AC Grid voltage (V) 120/208 V; 120/240 V, (L1, L2, N) Nominal AC Grid frequency (Hz) 60 Hz Nominal AC input current (A) 160 A Nominal AC input power (kW) 38.4 kW...
- Page 68 FranklinWH System Installation Guide (7) AC Output Terminal, Smart Circuit 1, 2 Nominal AC output voltage (V) 120/208 V; 120/240 V, (L1, L2, N) Nominal AC output frequency (Hz) 60 Hz Nominal AC output current (A) 40 A Nominal AC output power (kW) (L-L) 9.6 kW...
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